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Associate Director

The Cole Academy
HONOLULU, HI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/13/2026

Job description:

The Cole Academy is growing and seeking leaders for expansion opportunities. We provide Hawaii's finest nationally accredited early childhood education and childcare for children ages 6 weeks through 6 years. Our preschool and daycare services are available year-round and island-wide on Oahu and Hawaii Island.

Seeking ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR candidates for growth-targeted roles at the Downtown location. Must have previous preschool and daycare experience, and be able to handle administrative and leadership-support tasks for large center-based infant/toddler and preschool centers.

Overview of general responsibilities-

· Assists the Center Director with the day-to-day operations of the administrative and office tasks, and assist with the Director's needs for center management of the campus

· Supports all staff members, in coordination with the Director, to assure that NECPA accreditation, DHS State licensing, procedures, and protocols, Cole Academy standards and expectations are always met.

· Fosters a professional, cohesive, and positive relationship with all parents, children, staff members, and visitors.

Lowest ratios, advanced curriculum & training, ample technological and material resources. Join a great team working together to prepare children for K-12.

Bachelor's degree preferred plus at least 5 years of experience. Must be qualified as Director under I/T and GCC with the DHS Early Childhood Registry.

Excellent salaries and benefits, low student-teacher ratios, extensive paid vacations and holidays, EAP.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Childcare
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance


Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • ECE: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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